SHASTA COLLEGE

invites applications for the position of:

(Full-Time) Educational Counselor (Upward Bound, Non-Tenured, Grant Funded)

SALARY: $48,357.90 - $83,134.54 Annually

OPENING DATE: 11/29/17

CLOSING DATE: 01/19/18 04:30 PM

DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

TRIO Upward Bound provides pre-collegiate guidance and support to high school students and their families in local high school settings. Students participate in a six-week summer residential summer program on the Shasta College campus that includes out-of-town campus visits to colleges and universities. This position is required to work the six week summer residential program, Monday through Friday every summer. This position will provide academic, career counseling services to all students. This job class requires knowl­edge of counseling principles, methods, and techniques as well as the ability to effectively relate to a diverse student population. This position is responsible for performing and coordinating the day-to-day activities, operations, and services of outreach and recruitment including presentations to a variety of groups. This is a 195-day, non-instructional position that will be working 175-days per year/.8974 FTE; work schedule to be agreed upon with the supervisor. This position will require irregular hours and/or some evenings and Saturdays and will include services and travel to one or more off-campus locations.

CLASSIFICATION: Non-instructional Faculty Position.

BENEFITS: Holiday and sick time will be provided. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance provided at a share of cost on a pretax basis and an employee assistance program (EAP). Prorated CalSTRS retirement service credit will be given based upon a .8974 FTE contract.

Employees have the option to contribute to:

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• 403(b) and 457 Retirement Plans

• Section 125 Plan including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Day Care Accounts

In addition, employees have the option to purchase:

• Disability Income Insurance

• Cancer Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Accident Only Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

For more information regarding Employment and Benefit Policies, please view the Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement.

SUPERVISOR: Dean of Student Services or designee.

TYPICAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:

In addition to the above, the individual will:

• Assist in developing programs and services that will attract and retain a diverse student population.

• Provide general orientation and group advising to students on campus and at outreach sites via courses, workshops, interactive teleconferenc­ing, email and/or other technological means.

• Utilize current technology to provide and document counseling services.

• Assist students in clarifying academic/career goals and developing educational plans.

• Assist with testing and interpretation of assessment results.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of print materials and events posted on the College website.

• Serve as Shasta College's outreach representative and liaison between campus departments and other educational institutions.

• Collect, analyze and evaluate data and prepare reports on the effectiveness of outreach programs.

• Schedule, train and supervise student workers (e.g. tour guides and student ambassadors.)

• Serve as a consultant to faculty regarding student performance and retention.

• Teach courses and develop curriculum in Career Exploration and College Success.

• Develop and participate in specialized pro­grams.

• Maintain fiscal records.

• Develop and maintain relationships with faculty, staff, feeder schools and relevant community based organizations.

• Serve on committees related to student success, curriculum, scholastic standards and participatory governance.

• Maintain currency with transfer and other issues in the field through Professional Development programs and activities, including development and assessment of Student Learning Outcomes.

• Participate in campus life (i.e., clubs, athletics, and student/ campus activities).

• Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.

Ability to:

• Understand and work within the mission and philosophy of the California Community College system.

• Establish and maintain effective work relation­ships with faculty, staff, and community contacts.

• Communicate effectively orally, in writing, and through the electronic medium. Knowledge of a range of computer software applications.

• Exercise independence and initiative, with general supervision; effectively plan, organize and maintain a schedule of activities.

• Assimilate a large volume of changing academic and career information.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

Master's degree in counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, edu­cation counseling, rehabilitation counseling, social work, career development, OR the equivalent*, OR possession of a California Community College counselor credential. (Applicants must meet the California Community College requirements for Academic Counseling, educational leadership or a teaching background may not necessarily meet this qualification.)

• Experience in academic and/or career counsel­ing in higher education.

• Commitment to provide outreach and instruction for students with diverse abilities and interests including high-risk, under-prepared, and special-needs students. Personal qualities to work effectively and sensitively in a multicultural student environment.

• A valid California driver's license and evidence of appropriate vehicle insurance based on DMV regulations

Experience working with disadvantaged students preferred

Experience with financial literacy counseling preferred

Community college counseling experience preferred

This position is 175 day/year

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

To be considered a candidate for this position, the applicant must submit the following materials:

Online Application with Additional Required Materials to be attached to application:

• Cover letter addressing criteria listed in the position announcement

• Current resume

• College transcripts (unofficial will be accepted at the time of application)

Attention Internal Applicants:

• Internal candidates must also submit all required materials to be considered.

• Internal candidates cannot attach evaluations OR letters of recommendation from administrators or Board of Trustee members.

After formal application has been made, all application materials will be screened.

• Interviews will be by invitation only.

• Interviews are held on campus. No Skype or Phone Interviews.

• The District does not provide expense reimbursement for those invited to initial interviews.

• Placement on the Shasta College Salary Schedule is commensurate with previous education and experience.

• The District does not reimburse for new hire moving expenses.

• Starting Salary: $48,357 - $83,134/year

• Salary Range: $48,357 - $102,578/year

• $2,000/year doctorate differential

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District ("Shasta College") does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Shasta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

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